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Homeowner Must-Haves
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Jena Warren
Buying a new home is so exciting! These are some of the items that I found to be essential when moving in.
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Maintenance & Cleaning
 
Kitchen
 
Living Room
 
Bathroom
 
Bedroom

Maintenance & Cleaning

Items needed for both in and outside your house.

 
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This came in super helpful when we lost power after a rain storm!
Rechargeable LED Flashlight
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This set includes all the tools you'll need even if you're not too familiar with what to use and when like me!
Small Basic Tool Set
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It's really important to replace all the old ones in your house!
First Alert Smoke Alarm
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I needed extension cords in almost every room of my new house so you can never have too many.
Indoor Extension Cord
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I love how this water hose coils up so easily and is leak proof.
Garden Water Hose
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The size of the mower depends on how large your yard is.
Lawn Mower
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I feel like I'm always having to change a light bulb in one of my rooms.
Light Bulbs
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Glass cleaner is a must but don't forget to get all the other essential cleaning supplies!
Windex Glass Cleaner Original Blue Refill Bottle - 26 fl oz
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I like how the dustpan snaps with the broom because it's easy to transport.
Libman Large Precision Angle Broom with Dustpan
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I think multi-surface vacuums are super useful (you can use them on both hardwood and carpet).
BISSELL CleanView Compact Turbo Upright Vacuum
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You can't clean a new house without paper towels!
Make-A-Size Paper Towels - 150 sheets - 8 Rolls - up&up™
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Kitchen

 
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Why not start with a fresh set in your new place?
GreenPan Rio 16pc Ceramic Nonstick Cookware Set Turquoise: Pans & Pot Set, Glass Lids, Dishwasher & Oven Safe, Non-Induction
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This includes all the necessary dishes!
12pc Stoneware Tilley Dinnerware Set Bronze - Threshold™: Microwave & Dishwasher Safe, Service for 4, Solid Pattern
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I prefer this kind over a toaster oven!
Hamilton Beach 2 Slice Toaster - Stainless Steel: Bagel & Bread Toaster, High-Lift, Adjustable Browning, Kitchen Deals
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I appreciate that it’s offered in three different sizes
MasterChef 3pc Bamboo Cutting Board Set with Juice Grooves Essential Collection: Lightweight, Teak Brown, Hand Wash
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These kitchen towels are really great and I love that they come in multiple color combinations.
3pk Kitchen Towels Sage Green - Figmint™
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I'm a huge fan of k-cups vs. filters.
Keurig K-Supreme Single-Serve K-Cup Pod Coffee Maker - Black: Automatic Shut-Off, Removable Reservoir, Brews Iced Coffee
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Living Room

 
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I purchased so much furniture from Ikea for my first house.
KIVIK Sofa - Tibbleby beige/gray
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Love how cute this coffee table set is!
Recaceik 3 Piece Coffee Table Set, Square Faux Marble Tabletop Modern Style with Black Sturdy Metal Frame Sofa Side Tables Perfect for Living Room Accent Furniture - Walmart.com
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These nightstands are a beautiful touch!
Oneach Retro Table Lamps Set of 2 Nightstands Lamps for Bedroom Living Room 20.5" Vintage Rustic Bedside Lamp - Walmart.com
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Blackout curtains keeps the nosy neighbors away!
50"x84" Blackout Aruba Window Curtain Panel Sour Cream - Threshold™: Recycled Polyester, Solid Drapes, Indoor Use
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I have area rugs in both my living and dining room. I love these because they come in a variety of patterns.
Luxe Weavers Modern Geometric Wave Taupe 5x7 Area Rug
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Bathroom

 
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Softest toilet paper ever!
Charmin Ultra Strong Toilet Paper - 12 Mega XXL Rolls
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Basic towels are perfect until you decide on the overall theme of your home.
Set Of 4 Bath Towels, 100% Super Plush Premium Cotton - Becky Cameron, Light Gray, 4 Pack
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No one wants water all over the floor!
Woven Shower Curtain White - Threshold™: Cotton Fabric, Buttonhole Top, Machine Washable
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The anti-skid mats are perfect in the bathroom.
Soft Absorbent Chenille Bath Mat Rug with Anti-Skid Rubber Backing - Becky Cameron
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I love that it comes with a plunger and a brush!
Toilet Plunger and Toilet Brush Combo - up&up™
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Bedroom

 
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Memory foam is so comfortable!
MRH 12 King Mattress Cooling Gel Memory Foam Hybrid Mattress Medium - Firm Breathable Pressure Relief White CertiPUR - US Certified Mattress with individually Pocket Springs for Kids and Adults
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I adore these reversible shams because you can change things up every now and then!
Reversible Comforter and Shams Set, Ultra Soft - Becky Cameron, Sage / Ivory, Full/Queen
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Who wants to sleep on the floor?
Amolife Heavy Duty Queen Size Metal Platform Bed Frame with 16.5'' Large Under Bed Storage Space, Black
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The heavyweight ones are very sturdy!
5pk Super Heavyweight Plastic Hanger White - Room Essentials™: Heavy Duty Clothes Storage & Organization Hangers
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This collapsible basket is the perfect size!
Collapsible Hamper Gray - Brightroom™: Light Gray Laundry Basket with Lid, 5700 Volume, 2 Handles, 26" Height
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